How to Hang Art on Cinder Block With Toggle Wall Anchors
Toggle wall anchors are designed to support heavy hanging objects on walls. The bolt expands as it is screwed into the wall material, providing a secure anchor for sconces, shelves and heavy, framed artwork. If you plan to hang art on cinder block, use an electric drill with a masonry bit to cut through the concrete. Conventional drill bits will wear down quickly and possibly disintegrate if used on cinder block. Get the masonry bits you need from a hardware store. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Mark a spot at the height you wish to hang the artwork on the cinder block, using a permanent marker.
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Drill a pilot hole in the cinder block using a masonry bit slightly smaller than the diameter of the toggle wall anchor you will install. The diameter of the toggle wall anchor is printed on the packaging, or you can measure the tip with a ruler.
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Twist the toggle wall anchor clockwise with a screwdriver into the cinder block until the two metal flanges on the end of the anchor are flush with the wall.
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Hang the artwork on the metal flanges and adjust the picture frame to level the art.
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Tips & Warnings
Use a toggle wall anchor with a minimum rating equal to the weight of your artwork.
Drill slowly into the cinder block to avoid cracking.
References
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